Mechanical Assembler III

Stewart & Stevenson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Stewart & Stevenson is hiring a Mechanical Assembler III in Houston, TX. The role involves assembling heavy equipment, reading blueprints, performing fit-up and testing, and ensuring safety and quality on the line.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in heavy equipment assembly, proficiency with basic tools, and the ability to work with precision measuring instruments. This is a full-time on-site position in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Must read blueprints and drawings.
• Proficient with basic hand and power tools.
• Able to perform manufacturing math calculations.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work with heavy equipment assembly.

Responsibilities

• Assemble hardware and equipment per blueprints and specs.
• Perform fitting, mounting, alignment, and testing of assemblies.
• Maintain safety and quality throughout the build process.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment; perform minor repairs.
• Read drawings and use precision tools for assembly.
• Operate lifting equipment and follow standard work procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manufacturing math

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Torque wrench

Dial indicators

Job description

Overview

Stewart & Stevenson is Now Hiring a Mechanical Assembler III at 10750 Telge Road Houston, TX 77095.

Responsible for performing standard assembly processes, reworks and repairs on manufactured equipment and products. Assembler Level III employees must be able to read blueprints, and drawings as well as be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments. Employee must be able to troubleshoots scenarios to determine the safest and most efficient way to repair a piece of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Works under limited to no supervision, performs a variety of assembly operations associated with the manufacturing of e products, small mechanical or electro-mechanical parts, or equipment housing or large equipment such as engines, engine and PTO drive trains, transmissions, diesel and natural gas generators, control equipment, covers/cowlings, related connecting lines, etc.
• Must be able to assemble, which may include fitting, mounting, alignment, adjusting, and operational testing and other duties.
• Employee promotes and contributes safety awareness.
• Promote and takes an active part in quality and continuous improvement processes.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspects production equipment, and performs minor repairs.
• Employees must be able to read blueprints, and drawings as well as be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments.
• Tasks include performing manufacturing math calculations, and use of specialized lifting equipment.
• Working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations
• Troubleshoots scenarios to determine the safest and most efficient way to repair a piece of equipment.

Qualifications

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and two to ten years related experience.

• Working under limited to no supervision, performs a variety of assembly operations associated with the manufacturing of e products, small mechanical or electro-mechanical parts, or equipment housing or large equipment such as engines, engine and PTO drive trains, transmissions, diesel and natural gas generators, control equipment, covers/cowlings, related connecting lines, etc.

• Assembly process may include fitting, mounting, alignment, adjusting, and operational testing and other duties.

• Promotes and contributes safety awareness.

• Promotes and takes an active part in quality and continuous improvement processes.

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspects production equipment, and performs minor repairs.

• Ability to read blueprints and follow work instructions

• Must be proficient in basic hand and power tools

• Must be proficient in basic measurement tools (Tape measure, rulers, squares)

• Basic understanding of calibration tools. (Torque Wrench)

• Min of 5 years of heavy equipment assembly

• Employees must be able to read blueprints, and drawings as well as be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments.

• Tasks include performing manufacturing math calculations, and use of specialized lifting equipment.

• Good understanding of MS computer programs. (Work, Email, PDM)

• Good knowledge of fluid power schematics and associated symbols.

• Good understanding of quality policy and standards.

• Good standing with company policies

• Working knowledge of equipment capabilities and limitations

• Troubleshoots scenarios to determine the safest and most efficient way to repair a piece of equipment.

• Must possess comprehensive knowledge of all build processes within the S&S Manufacturing production shop.

• Ability to make decisions to keep lines progressing

• Ability to lead a project / crew at times

• Good communication skills and customer service.

• Good standing with company policies

Physical Activities & Requirements:

• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Able to lift 65 lbs. from floor to shoulder level occasionally.
• Ability to frequently exert the pound force limits for push/pull 50lb f (no wheels) or 100lb f (wheels).
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, and reaching or handling with arms, hands and fingers.
• Requires crawling and working in narrow spaces.
• Requires frequent repetitive movements, i.e. hammering, turning wrenches, screwdrivers and impact tools.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with fingers.
• Normal vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Exposed to cold, heat, noise mechanical/electrical fume or odor.
• Will be required on occasion to work more than 8 hours on one shift.
• Will be required to work at a minimum height of four feet off of the ground.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, mobile equipment and motor vehicles as required.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.